Kamloops sends brass for memorial to firefighters in Ottawa
Its an alloy of metals that was used to make fire hose couplings and nozzles. Now its going to be used to keep alive the memory of firefighters who have died as a result of their work. Six brass couplings from decades-old firehoses are being melted down and used in a statue thats a national tribute to firefighters who have fallen in the line of duty. Kamloops Fire Chief Neill Moroz said Monday the old couplings weigh about seven kilograms each. They arent used any mor...
Source: kamloopsnews.ca